Skating regulations could potentially be imposed in Kazakhstan
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E-Scooters Ain't Got No Rights on Kazakh Roads! 🤔
Got a scooter? Think twice before zipping down the streets of Kazakhstan, mate. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Yerlan Turgumbayev, ain't mucking about when it comes to e-scooters and road rules.
Speaking to reporters, Turgumbayev got real about the status of e-scooters in their country's traffic law. "They ain't participants in road traffic, mate," he admitted. So, what gives? According to Turgumbayev, they ain't got no certified technical devices, and they sure as hell don't meet road requirements like wheel diameter, braking systems, lights, mirrors, or safety systems. That's why you can't find 'em on the roads or highways. It's already been stopped, in case you was wonderin'.
But what about bike paths and sidewalks? Well, they're considerin' it. Some of these e-scooters can reach speeds of over 20 kilometers per hour, so they know it ain't a joking matter. In other countries, there's restrictions for e-scooters based on speed. For instance, in the UK, e-scooters are banned on the roads except on private property. And in some European countries where the speed limit is less than 12 kilometers per hour, they can ride on pedestrian paths. But for Kazakhstan, it's yet to be regulated.
So there you have it, folks. Keep your e-scooters off the roads, 'cos our mate Turgumbayev ain't messin' around. As for bike paths and sidewalks, they're still on the table. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story! 🤗
Some Quick insights about e-scooters:
- Age Restrictions: In many areas, e-scooter riders are required to be at least 16 years old.
- Helmet Laws: Wearing a helmet is often recommended or required for safe riding, especially for underage riders.
- Riding Zones: E-scooters are usually permitted on bike lanes and some roadways but are prohibited from sidewalks.
- Regulatory Efforts: Cities often introduce regulations like speed limits and designated riding areas to safely integrate e-scooters into urban transport networks.
Sources: [1] Macquarie University [2] NHTSA [3] Forbes [4] Streetsblog New York City
In some regions, e-scooters are not permitted on roads due to lack of certified technical devices and failure to meet road requirements like wheel diameter, braking systems, lights, mirrors, or safety systems, as seen in Kazakhstan. The automotive industry, finance, and transportation sectors might collaborate to develop certified e-scooter models that can abide by these road regulations, opening up opportunities for e-scooters to participate in mainstream urban transportation.
